Criminal Justice and Corrections at Southern University Law Center
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Southern University Law Center graduates compare to all programs nationally
Southern University Law Center graduates earn $32k, placing them in the 16th percentile of all criminal justice and corrections bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Louisiana
Criminal Justice and Corrections bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Louisiana (16 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southern University Law Center | $32,499 | — | — | — |
| Herzing University-New Orleans | $67,229 | $58,875 | $28,399 | 0.42 |
| Louisiana State University-Alexandria | $39,917 | $37,848 | $26,954 | 0.68 |
| University of Louisiana at Monroe | $36,313 | $39,814 | $23,250 | 0.64 |
| University of Louisiana at Lafayette | $35,872 | $39,037 | $23,557 | 0.66 |
| Southeastern Louisiana University | $35,024 | $40,411 | $25,000 | 0.71 |
| National Median | $37,856 | — | $26,130 | 0.69 |
Other Criminal Justice and Corrections Programs in Louisiana
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Louisiana schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Herzing University-New Orleans Metairie | $13,420 | $67,229 | $28,399 |
| Louisiana State University-Alexandria Alexandria | $7,050 | $39,917 | $26,954 |
| University of Louisiana at Monroe Monroe | $9,190 | $36,313 | $23,250 |
| University of Louisiana at Lafayette Lafayette | $10,418 | $35,872 | $23,557 |
| Southeastern Louisiana University Hammond | $8,373 | $35,024 | $25,000 |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.